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Brief Description

Blind Industries and Services of Maryland serves over 2,000 individuals each year with innovative rehabilitation and training programs that put people on the road to independence. There are 14 facilities across Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Delaware, the District of Columbia, and Kentucky.

Blind Industries is a participating agency in the AbilityOne Program, and a direct source for more than 2000 quality SKILCRAFT products made by Americans who are blind or severely disabled

The Rehabilitation and Training Division offers innovative programs that teach real-world skills, build self confidence, and prepare blind people for the everyday challenges of family, school, and work.

Hours of operation: Mon.-Fri. 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.Staff description: The majority of the Rebailitation staff is blind or low vision, and act as mentors as well as instructorsGeographic area served: The entire state of Maryland, with rehabilitation and manufacturing locations in Baltimore, Cumberland, and Salisbury. Fee-based services provided to those from other states.Publications: Program description brochures, seasonal newsletter, The BISM Grapevine

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